The weather outside has been really messy lately.  If it isn’t snow, it’s rain.  If it isn’t rain, it’s ice. All these weather events present dangerous traveling conditions. People are grabbing rides from Uber or Lyft more than ever in this nasty weather. A lot of people don’t realize it, but the law helps protect you every time you take a ride in an Uber or Lyft.  While most Uber and Lyft rides get you where you’re going safely, the law recognizes that accidents sometimes happen. That’s why, in New Jersey, Uber and Lyft passengers get the benefit of at least $1.5 million in bodily injury insurance coverage and at least $1.5 million of uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage, which Uber and Lyft vehicles are required…

Over the past decade, rideshare companies such as Lyft and Uber have experienced explosive growth. Unfortunately, with more and more drivers and vehicles out on the road operating for Lyft and Uber, that means more opportunities for accidents involving these rideshare vehicles and drivers. Data and reports about Lyft and Uber accidents highlight how prevalent these incidents are becoming. Continue reading for ridesharing facts you need to know. Lyft & Uber Accident Statistics According to Uber’s 2019 Safety Report, Uber vehicles in 2018 were involved in fatal motor vehicle accidents at a rate of 0.57 per million vehicle miles traveled. This compares to the overall national rate of fatal motor vehicle accidents of 1.13 per million vehicle miles traveled.  However,…

With increasing numbers of vehicles on the road driving for the rideshare service Lyft, states have been adopting laws requiring the company to provide insurance coverage when its drivers are working for the service.  If you’ve been involved in an accident caused by or involving a Lyft vehicle, you may wonder about who actually handles or pays for claims made against the insurance coverage provided by Lyft. You may be surprised to learn that Lyft purchases insurance coverage from an insurance company, just as you purchase auto insurance for your vehicle. Lyft also hires companies to handle the claims made against its insurance coverage. Read more: Uber And Lyft Accidents Insurance Companies That Provide Coverage for Lyft Lyft obtains coverage…

Recently, Governor Murphy lifted the stay-at-home order that’s been in effect since mid-March. As such, New Jersey residents will be starting to resume normal life for the first time in months. And while Uber has still been in operation, this new order being lifted will undoubtedly result in more Uber transactions. With more cars on the road, the more opportunities there are for car accidents.  If you’re wondering whether or not you can sue Uber, we provide some helpful information below. We will go over various scenarios you may have found yourself in and how an experienced personal injury attorney can help you get started on your claim so you’re fairly compensated.  Can I Sue Uber? The short answer is, yes, you can…

Ordering up a ride from an app on your phone can be a convenient and relaxing way to get around. Hopefully, your ride with one of these car services, such as Uber or Lyft, will be a safe one, too. At Courtlaw, we know well that, unfortunately, accidents can and do happen. Our attorneys have handled cases on behalf of Lyft and Uber drivers and passengers. New Jersey law refers to a ride-share company such as Lyft or Uber as a “Transportation Network Company” or “TNC.” Under New Jersey law, when a TNC driver is “providing” a ride, the TNC or the TNC driver, “or any combination of the two” must have primary automobile liability insurance in the amount of “at…